Here's my centerpiece for my vintage themed Mother's Day table.So charming. I typed "God could not be everywhere, so he created mothers" on a page from an old dictionary. (I simply tore the page out of the book and fed it in my printer.)
Propped up on the top of the typewriter next to the dictionary page, I placed my printed menu, along with a photo I cut out from the little postcards in the Vintage Memories kit. Some old thrifted treasures from around my cottage complete the centerpiece.
For place mats I used more pages from old books, to add to the vintage feel.
The postcard place card completes each place setting.
The mantel showcases old baby photos and the "Mother" banner, adorned with pearly white buttons.
I'm so very happy with my table scape and the best part is that it took me only about 35 minutes, start to finish, from printing my papers from my kit to putting the final touches on my dining room.
Pure nostalgia. I love it.
Am looking forward to spending Mother's Day with you. As usual, your table setting is wonderfully inviting. Always feel it's a delightfully "special treat" to sit at your table. It is truly an indication that all of your guests are invited with a warm and open heart.
Posted by: The Sewing Queen | May 09, 2008 at 06:03 AM
Looks great!!!
Posted by: newest newlywed | May 09, 2008 at 07:29 AM
Perfect - As Always!
Posted by: GiantsPrincess | May 09, 2008 at 07:46 AM
I love it too! I have an old typewriter that I have put out at Christmas for years with a little mouse "typing" the night before Christmas but have never thought of using it elsewhere. Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Sue | May 09, 2008 at 08:02 AM
I am continually amazed by your creativity.
Posted by: Joy | May 09, 2008 at 08:20 AM
Completely wonderful!
Posted by: Lorrie | May 09, 2008 at 09:21 AM
It's absolutely lovely. So perfect. Happy Mother's Day to you.
Posted by: Beverly | May 09, 2008 at 09:24 AM
You should be happy w/ it...it's outstanding! Happy Mother's Day!
Posted by: cami | May 09, 2008 at 10:01 AM
What a wonderful table setting.
Have a lovely Mothers Day
Alison
Posted by: Alison Gibbs | May 09, 2008 at 02:12 PM
Perfect as always!!
Have a Happy Mother's Day!
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | May 09, 2008 at 03:31 PM
How darling! I love the clever way you use simple items to make perfect settings. I never would have come up with that idea. I hope you don't mind if I steel the idea and use it sometime.
I just have to find the typewritter now. I used to have one but gave it away. Dang it! LOL
Hugs,
Joanne
Posted by: Joanne | May 10, 2008 at 11:01 AM
Tracey! the kit was awesome - check out my blog for pix of the little flags I made. I'm going to be ordering another kit - thanks for sharing your talents with us! Happy Mother's Day :)
Posted by: Erin | May 10, 2008 at 03:07 PM
There is nothing more I love than a good vignette. This is fantastic...IF I had an old typewriter, I would so be copying you right now. Thank you for the great ideas and the beautiful pictures! Have a great mother's day!!
Posted by: ceekay | May 11, 2008 at 08:06 AM
What a lovely table set for mother's day.
Posted by: rhondi | May 12, 2008 at 07:13 AM